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4 days ago
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Suki Waterhouse Says She ‘Wore Pants So Tight' They ‘Caused a Hernia'
Tight pants are annoying, uncomfortable and anything but desirable, but a celebrity recently claimed they're downright dangerous, too. Earlier this week, actress and singer Suki Waterhouse posted a tweet claiming that she got a hernia from wearing too-tight pants. For anyone who's ever zipped up a pair of jeans that are a little too small, this may come as a shock. Do those too-tight pants put you at risk of a hernia? Here's what doctors say: What is a hernia? A hernia is 'a weakness in the abdominal wall that allows something from the abdomen to protrude through the layers of the abdominal wall,' said Dr. Brittany Mead, an assistant professor of surgery at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. 'It's a fancy word for a hole in the human body,' added Dr. Eric Wise, an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Tissue — such as fats, organs or intestines — that isn't supposed to protrude through ends up poking through, Wise added. This often creates a bulge in your abdomen or groin, but it isn't always visible, Wise noted. It can sometimes cause pain, Mead said. But this also isn't always the case. Many things can cause a hernia. 'Many things can cause a hernia, and most are beyond our control,' said Wise. They can happen after trauma and after surgery. Certain things present at birth can increase someone's risk of developing it, too, he added. But there are some risk factors that we do have control over, added Mead. 'Things like chronic cough, obesity, pregnancy and lots of strenuous exercise can increase risk of hernia,' Mead said. Constipation can also increase your risk. Quitting smoking, managing your weight and avoiding constipation by eating a high-fiber diet are all ways to reduce your risk of getting a hernia, added Wise. 'But oftentimes, hernias are unavoidable,' Wise said. Meaning, you won't totally erase the chance of developing a hernia by doing these things. One thing that won't cause a hernia? Wearing tight pants. Sorry to Suki, but tight pants likely weren't the reason for the hernia. It's 'not something that you're going to do by wearing the wrong piece of clothing one time,' Mead said. So no, a pair of tight pants is not going to be the sole reason you end up with a hernia. And that's true even if you wear tight pants regularly for years and years. Wise agreed. 'Up front, obviously, I don't know about her specific medical condition and don't know the details, but in my practice, I have never seen or are familiar with a case of tight pants causing a hernia,' said Wise. Wise added that he also can't think of a 'plausible physiologic mechanism by which that can happen.' The tight pants may have exacerbated any pain associated with an existing hernia by squeezing the abdominal area, but the tight pants wouldn't cause a hernia on their own, Wise added. It's even more unlikely that the tight pants caused the hernia for another reason. 'In a lot of patients, we actually recommend... that they wear an abdominal binder or a waist trainer, which actually puts pressure on the hernia and kind of controls the protuberance of that intra-abdominal tissue,' said Mead. 'So, wearing tight pants would act in a very similar way,' she said. While Mead stressed that she, of course, can't comment specifically on Waterhouse's specific health situation, Waterhouse had a baby in March 2024 and 'that's something that would make me feel like [the hernia] was related more to the pregnancy than anything else,' Mead noted. Worrying about developing a hernia isn't worth it — live your life and if you develop one, see a doctor. When it comes to decreasing your chance of developing a hernia, you shouldn't worry too much. 'What I tell my patients specifically is, especially if they don't have a hernia, that they should live their life,' said Mead. Some studies say family history could put you at heightened risk of hernia, but Mead said she doesn't advise against any behaviors — 'we don't have enough research to say that one activity over another is going to cause a hernia that doesn't exist.' 'I don't specifically advise my patients against any type of activity. I want them to live their lives, and if they form a hernia, they form a hernia,' she added. 'If you see a bulge or feel a bulge or feel like something's not right, I think it's reasonable to have a physician examine the area,' said Wise. That can be your primary care provider or a specialist such as a general surgeon, he added. Hernia management and treatment have advanced significantly in the past decade or so, said Wise. 'While not every hernia needs surgery, it's certainly something that is best evaluated by a physician, and the main things that can be done to prevent it are lifestyle modifications and not necessarily changing your wardrobe,' Wise added. 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5 days ago
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5 Surprising Causes of Hernias to Have on Your Radar
Suki Waterhouse recently said that she got a hernia from wearing tight pants. This is far from the only surprising way people can develop a hernia. The health issue needs to be corrected with surgery. Getting a hernia sounds like the opposite of a good time, so people paid attention when Suki Waterhouse recently revealed that she got one from wearing tight pants. ''Suki you never tweet anymore,'' she wrote on X. 'Have you ever considered I wore pants so tight 6 months ago it caused a hernia & I've been too scared to tell you?' The Daisy Jones & the Six star also shared a photo of herself onstage wearing second-skin pants and lying in what appears to be a hospital bed. While most people have at least heard of a hernia before, the details surrounding what they are and what causes them may be a little vague. Can you actually get a hernia from wearing tight pants? According to doctors we spoke with, this is actually a thing. With that in mind, these are the most surprising causes of hernias to have on your radar—for the just in case, of course. Meet the experts: Mir Ali, M.D., is medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA; Jennifer Wider, M.D., is a women's health expert and author of The New Mom's Survival Guide; Christine Greves, M.D., is an ob-gyn at the Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Florida. What is a hernia? A hernia is a sac that's formed by the lining of the abdominal cavity, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. This sac comes through a hole or weak area in a layer of the abdomen wall called the fascia that surrounds the muscle. There are several types of hernias, and they're usually identified by their location and cause, according to Mir Ali, M.D., medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA. The most common type is an inguinal hernia, which is a bulging of contents of the abdomen through a weak area in the lower abdominal wall, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). However, you can also get a femoral hernia (in the upper thigh), hiatal hernia (in the diaphragm muscle), incisional hernia (through a scar from abdominal surgery), and umbilical hernia (around the belly button). People may have no symptoms from a hernia outside of a visible bulge under the skin, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. But some people may feel discomfort, pain, heaviness, or a burning feeling, per the NIDDK. Symptoms may also get worse when you strain, lift, cough, or stand for a long periods of time. As hernias grow, the small intestine may get stuck in the hole and lose its blood supply in a complication known as a strangulated hernia. This is life-threatening and may cause symptoms like sudden and severe pain, bloating, nausea, and vomiting, according to the NIDDK. Surprising causes of hernias Any activity or medical issue that increases pressure on the stomach wall and muscles may lead to a hernia, Dr. Ali says. Lifting heavy objects is a big potential cause of a hernia—it can put pressure on the abdominal wall, straining the muscles and tissues in the area and leading to a weakening or tear if you go well beyond your usual capacity or don't use proper lifting technique, Dr. Ali explains. Having obesity also doubles the risk of a hernia. This is because excess weight puts constant pressure on the abdominal wall, which can make it more likely for weak spots to form, creating a hernia, Dr. Ali explains. But there are other causes that aren't as well known. Keep these in mind. Allergies Having a chronic cough or chronic sneezing from allergies or another upper respiratory condition can raise your risk of a hernia. 'Anything where you're straining the abdominal wall can be an issue,' Dr. Ali says. When you increase pressure in the belly region, it can cause a hernia to form. Constipation Dealing with chronic constipation is a risk factor for developing a hernia. Why? Straining can put pressure on your intestinal wall, raising the odds the contents in your abdomen will push out through a weak spot, Dr. Ali explains. Repeated pregnancies Having several pregnancies can raise your risk of developing a hernia, says women's health expert Jennifer Wider, M.D., author of The New Mom's Survival Guide. 'As the fetus grows in the uterus, there is an increase [in] abdominal pressure," she explains. 'In addition, the hormones that are released during pregnancy relax the muscles, allowing the belly to grow." Both of these can increase the risk of an umbilical hernia (which is around the belly button). Repeated pregnancies can repeatedly stress these areas of the body, explains Christine Greves, M.D., an ob-gyn at the Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Florida. 'The abdominal wall muscles and connective tissue can weaken the more times they need to expand," she says. 'This puts women at a higher risk of hernia." Dr. Greves says it can be hard to prevent hernias from repeat pregnancies, but maintaining a healthy weight and strengthening core muscles may help. Though women should consult their doctor before beginning an exercise program postpartum. Putting on or taking off tight pants Wearing tight pants alone is unlikely to cause a hernia, according to Dr. Ali. 'In fact, when a patient has a hernia, there are belts that put pressure on the area to hold it in,' he says. But, straining hard to pull on tight pants or to take them off could cause a hernia, Dr. Ali says. Getting older Inguinal hernias are most common in people between the ages of 75 and 80. There are a few reasons why getting older raises your risk of hernia, according to Dr. Ali. Those include muscles naturally weakening over time and a drop in tissue elasticity. That doesn't mean you're doomed to get a hernia as you age: Strength training exercises, especially around the core, can help to combat this, he says. But, again, talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have any pre-existing conditions. What to do if you suspect you have a hernia If you think you have a hernia, it's important to get it evaluated by a healthcare professional. 'If there is some doubt, diagnostic studies like ultrasounds and CT scans can help identify a hernia,' Dr. Ali says. Unfortunately, there's no pill or cream that can fix a hernia—surgery to repair the weak abdominal wall tissue and close the hole is the only thing that can permanently fix this, Dr. Ali says. Most hernias are closed with stitches or mesh patches. Hernias don't usually come back after they're treated, according to Dr. Ali. But it is possible to get another one in a different location. You Might Also Like Can Apple Cider Vinegar Lead to Weight Loss? Bobbi Brown Shares Her Top Face-Transforming Makeup Tips for Women Over 50
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7 days ago
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What Happened to Suki Waterhouse? Hernia Diagnosis Explained
recently revealed via social media that she was diagnosed with a hernia. The 33-year-old is currently scheduled for a stage performance on August 8, 2025, in Aspen, Colorado, as part of the Up in the Sky music festival. Following this, she will launch the U.K. and European leg of her The Sparklemuffin tour, which will conclude on August 31, 2025. She will then support Laufey in the A Matter of Time tour between September and October. Here is what we have learned about Waterhouse's hernia diagnosis. Suki Waterhouse took to X (formerly Twitter) to reveal why she had not been very active on the platform for the past few months. The singer shared that she had gotten a hernia six months ago after wearing very 'tight' pants. She also shared two accompanying pictures. The first one saw her posing under some green foliage. She wore a white coat and crop top, which she paired with tight pants. Meanwhile, the second photo showed the actress-singer wearing a hospital gown, wristband, and earphones, while lying on the bed. She also had a vape lying on her chest in the second image. ''Suki you never tweet anymore' have you ever considered I wore pants so tight 6 months ago it caused a hernia & I've been too scared to tell you,' the Daisy Jones & The Six star wrote on the platform. Fans reacted to the post in a myriad of ways, with many highlighting the vape present on her chest in the second picture. 'Vape in the hospital is diabolical,' a fan wrote. To which, Waterhouse responded, 'So true.' 'Girl what is wrong with you,' another tweeted. They added, 'You cant vape in your hospital room and if you are in the hospital you clearly shouldnt be for your health either.' A fan also expressed fear about Waterhouse's condition, commenting, 'Don't scare me like that.' They subsequently expressed hope that the Assassination Nation actress would recover. According to the Cleveland Clinic, a hernia typically occurs in the abdomen or groin. It happens when one of the organs pushes through a muscle or tissue containing it. It manifests as a bulge that can come and go during different activities or in various positions. Symptoms of a hernia include discomfort and pain. It will need to be remedied through surgery. The post What Happened to Suki Waterhouse? Hernia Diagnosis Explained appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Fox News
15-07-2025
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Suki Waterhouse's daring fashion choice led to unexpected health scare and hospital stay
The show must go on for Suki Waterhouse. On Monday, the English actress and musician, 33, revealed to her 166k followers on X that she's recently been recovering from a hernia due to wearing pants that were too tight. "'suki you never tweet anymore' have you ever considered I wore pants so tight 6 months ago it caused a hernia & I've been too scared to tell you," the "Daisy Jones & The Six" star wrote. Robert Pattinson's fiancée shared two photos along with the post. The first photo featured Waterhouse wearing a pair of tight, green pants while performing on stage. The second showed the model wearing a gown while lying in a hospital bed. An "inguinal hernia occurs when tissue, such as part of the intestine, protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles. The resulting bulge can be painful, especially when you cough, bend over or lift a heavy object," according to the Mayo Clinic, Fans were quick to respond to the news on social media. "How does this even happen," one fan wrote on X. "Hope you're feeling better my dear, take care of yourself," another wrote. A representative for Waterhouse did not respond to Fox News Digital's immediate request for comment. Waterhouse isn't the only musician who has suffered a hernia. In 2018, Skid Row front man Sebastian Bach said he developed the medical condition after screaming his "guts out" while performing on stage. "I was laid out for a while after that… I had that operation," he previously told Fox News Digital. "A lot of people have it, but still, you can't do anything for six weeks really… And I was very nervous that it was gonna affect my singing in some way because that's how I hit those high notes." "I contort my body in these weird positions and I just push as hard as I can. And Rob Halford of Judas Priest got a hernia like that and the singer of Steel. A lot of singers face that problem… Because that's how we sing, the diaphragm. And I was worried that I would rip it… But knock on wood, I'm doing all right." Waterhouse is gearing up for her Sparklemuffin Tour in the UK next month, and will return to the U.S. in September for various shows. She and Pattinson got engaged in December 2023 and welcomed their daughter in March 2024.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
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Suki Waterhouse Hospitalized for Hernia After Wearing Tight Pants
Originally appeared on E! Online Suki Waterhouse is on the mend after a fashion mishap. The Daisy Jones & The Six star shared she's been MIA from social media due a hernia—a gap in the muscular wall that's commonly found in the abdomen or groin area—which she got from wearing tight pants. "'Suki you never tweet anymore,'" she wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter) July 14. "Have you ever considered I wore pants so tight 6 months ago it caused a hernia & I've been too scared to tell you?" In another post, the 33-year-old shared a selfie taken from what appears to be a hospital bed, as well as an image of herself performing on the supporting tour for her Memoir of a Sparklemuffin album. The concert photo showed Suki wearing figure-hugging black leather pants, which she paired with a white crop top and matching bedazzled coat. Suki is due back on stage Aug. 7, when her tour hits Aspen, Colo. News of Suki's hospitalization come more than a year after the actress gave birth to her first baby with fiancé Robert Pattinson. While the couple—who have been dating since 2018—have not revealed the name of their daughter, Suki said their little one is already hitting some pretty major milestones. More from E! Online Supernanny's Jo Frost Details Life-Threatening Diagnosis John Goodman Puts 200-Lb. Weight Loss Transformation on Display on Red Carpet Did Britney Spears Adopt a Baby Girl? Here's the Truth "I'm just absolutely obsessed with her," she told E! News in September. "She's turning over, sitting up, trying to crawl, doing all the things." However, Suki noted at the time that her baby girl has yet to check out Robert's movies, quipping, "That's a long way in the future." As for the Twilight alum? He has also been relishing in parenthood, realizing that the lore behind babies having a distinctly pleasant scent is not a myth. 'I thought they were just smelling the baby powder," Robert told Vogue in January. "But then I had a baby, and I was like: 'My baby smells incredible." The 39-year-old added, "There's something there, I can identify her. She doesn't smell like other babies." While Suki embarks on the road to recovery from her hernia, keep reading for more celebs speaking out about their personal health scares. Suki Waterhouse's HerniaBrian Austin Green's Perforated AppendixAdam Devine's Long-Term Injury From Childhood AccidentJason Tartick's Back InjuryMatt Kirschenheiter's Heart AttackTracy Morgan's Medical EmergencyChristy Carlson Romano's Eye InjuryAmy Schumer's Cushing SyndromeCasey Fitzgerald's Neck Injury From Hockey Skate BladeHailey Bieber's Blood ClotJustin Bieber's Ramsay Hunt SyndromeJamie Foxx's Brain Bleed & StrokeEmilia Clarke's Brain AneurysmCori Broadus's StrokeShailene Woodley's Health Battle For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
